Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with investment in American Collocation
investment
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
large
They know their company makes a substantial investment in the community.
not very large
The album sold well and soon recovered its modest investment.
risky
Fraudsters had promised them lucrative returns on risky investments.
sensible or good
With a recommended retail price of £180 they are a very worthwhile investment.
public/private
The government is keen to encourage private investment in the renewal of disadvantaged neighbourhoods.
additional
We are putting substantial extra investment into schools.
over a long period
The compensation award is needed to fund the basics of life, leaving nothing available for long-term investment.
initial
Investors get their initial investment back plus 75 per cent of profits.
of a particular type
Ethical property investment offers the investor a financial, social and environmental return.
make an investment
It is better to be aware of possible failure than to make a rash investment.
encourage or get investment
China attracts more foreign investment than any country except the United States.
It can be difficult for small business to secure investment.
discourage investment
He says entering the single currency would discourage investment.
increase an investment
There was a call for rich countries to double their investments in poor nations.
get or pay back what you invested
They are convinced that the band has a following and that they stand a good chance of recouping their investment.
make the most of an investment
After investing millions in new technology, businesses are looking to maximise their investment.
pay for an investment
There was a discussion on how to appropriately finance property investments.
protect an investment
Regular servicing will help maintain your vehicle’s value and protect your investment.
need or ask for investment
The harbour area desperately requires investment.